Non-ProfitCommunity Health Center

What is a Community Health Center?

CHCs are non-profit clinics located in medically underserved areas throughout the United States. They share a mission of making comprehensive primary and behavioral care accessible to anyone regardless of ability to pay.

This health center receives HHS funding and has Federal Public Health Service (PHS) deemed status with respect to certain health or health-related claims, including medical malpractice claims, for itself and its covered individuals.

Our Mission

To promote the physical and emotional health and psychological well-being of individuals and families by offering hope, help, and healing.

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Our Philosophy

To meet the needs of the diverse local communities through its comprehensive service model by providing culturally-sensitive and linguistically-appropriate services to families.

Our Values

History

Hamdard began as a proactive response by co-founders, Dr. Mohammad Hamid and the late Dr. Farzana Hamid, in 1992 addressing the critical mental health needs of the South Asian and Middle Eastern communities. It continues to this day to meet the needs of the diverse local communities through its comprehensive service model by providing culturally-sensitive and linguistically-appropriate services to families.

Hamdard is a healthcare and supportive service provider rooted in Chicagoland’s diverse communities. We believe patients receive the best care when their providers understand their cultural background and experiences. That’s why our staff speaks up to 10 languages spoken by patients and has a deep appreciation for their diverse backgrounds. Community-focused care is provided in a warm setting, allowing patients to feel comfortable and empowered to improve their health. Our supportive programs offer an empathetic approach to community members facing a variety of challenges, from a domestic violence crisis to obstacles related to aging.

Years Active in community

Year we started

Year we were Awarded FQHC status

Meet Our Team

One of the fundamental elements of a Community Health Center such as Hamdard Center is that it is governed by a community board, composed of a majority (51% or more) of health center patients who represent the population served. Our board gives guidance and direction outlined by our mission. We are grateful for our dedicated board who share our commitment to keeping our patients first and foremost in every decision Hamdard Center makes.

Mohammad Hamid, Ph.D.

Chief Executive Officer

Contact: mhamid@hamdardcenter.org

Dr. Mohammad Hamid is the current Chief Executive Officer for Hamdard, having served in the role since 2013. In 1992, he was one of the co-founders of Hamdard Center, along with the late Dr. Farzana Hamid.

Kiran Siddiqui, M.Ed, LCPC

Chief Operating Officer

Contact: ksidd@hamdardcenter.org

Kiran Siddiqui is the current Chief Operating Officer for Hamdard, and has been with the organization since 2009. She has 17 years’ experience of working in the mental health field and over a decade of management experience.

Ghazala Fayyaz, MD

Chief Medical Officer

Contact: gfayyaz@hamdardcenter.org

Dr. Ghazala Fayyaz is the current Chief Medical Officer for Hamdard, having served in the role since January 2018. She has been with Hamdard as a Psychiatrist since 2011.

Karen Williams, CPA

Chief Financial Officer

Contact: kwill@hamdardcenter.org

Karen Williams is the current Chief Financial Officer for Hamdard, having served in the role since April 2018. She has over 25 years’ experience in the healthcare accounting arena with several Chicagoland organizations.

Development and Communications Coordinator, Contact: bpettigrew@hamdardcenter.org

Yasmeen Ansari

Medical Director (Addison) , Contact: yansari@hamdardcenter.org

Shawn Bailey

Human Resources Manager, Contact: sbailey@hamdardcenter.org

Partners

Hamdard Center for Health and Human Services is proud to partner with several community organizations and donors to provide our comprehensive services.

Annual Reports & Data

Hamdard Center for Health and Human Services is dedicated to using your donations and our resources wisely in our mission to meet the health needs of the local communities. We invite you to learn more about our plans and accomplishments through our annual reports. You can also view our IRS Form 990 and annual audit reports here.

2016 Reports

2017 Reports

Annual Reports & Financials

Hamdard Center for Health and Human Services is dedicated to using your donations and our resources wisely in our mission to meet the health needs of the local communities. We invite you to learn more about our plans and accomplishments through our annual reports. You can also view our IRS Form 990 and annual audit reports here.